Tamil Nadu Govt School Students to Represent India at UN
Chennai: In a historic moment for India, students from rural government schools in Tamil Nadu will represent the nation at the 5th International Youth Forum at the United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC), Bangkok. This marks the first time students from such backgrounds will participate in a United Nations event of this stature.
Selected Students
Six students, meticulously shortlisted by the Department of School Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, will participate in the forum. The students are: YS Yalini, Dharanisri M, Nisanthini, Kamlesh, V Ragul, and Ashwak. They will share India’s youth voice on critical issues like Quality Education, Climate Action, and Gender Equality.
Principal Sponsor: GRT Hotels
The initiative has been made possible through the support of GRT Hotels & Resorts, the Principal Sponsor of the delegation. Vikram Cotah, CEO, GRT Hotels & Resorts, said, “These students represent the dreams of millions. We believe talent and potential should never be limited by geography or circumstance.”
A Testament to Tamil Nadu’s Educational Vision
This achievement is a testament to Tamil Nadu’s progressive educational vision, committed to equity, access, and aspiration for all. The students’ journey will inspire millions of children in similar circumstances to dream bigger and believe they too belong on the world stage.
